1952 Topps #35 Hank Sauer
1952 Topps #35 Hank Sauer
About Hank Sauer
Born 1917 in Pittsburgh, PA (d. 2001), Hank Sauer was a right-handed outfielder who debuted in 1941 and played 15 major-league seasons. He batted .266 with 1,278 hits, 288 home runs, and 876 RBI over 1,399 games.
Variations & how to tell them apart
Black Back / Red Back Series 1 (cards 1-80)
Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
- Black Back — scarcer: First printing. Reverse printed in black ink. Scarcer, and typically carries a small premium over the red back.
- Red Back: Second printing onward. Reverse printed in red ink. The more common of the two.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 803 | 0 | 1 | 38 | 82 | 160 | 191 | 326 | 5 |
| SGC | 132 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 30 | 85 | 4 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 70 · Red Back 62
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-22. Half-grades fold down (8.5→8); totals are summed across each grader's listed variations.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 1952 Topps Hank Sauer card?
It is card #35 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Chicago Cubs player.
Does the 1952 Topps Hank Sauer have back variations?
Yes. Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
Is the 1952 Topps Hank Sauer valuable?
Value depends on grade and (where it applies) the back variation. Use the links above to check current T206 Cards inventory and live eBay listings.